Tampa Bay Buccaneers OG Demar Dotson is expected to be absent for mandatory minicamp next week as he awaits a new contract. Head coach Lovie Smith said he would be concerned if someone doesn't show up for minicamp since it is mandatory.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers OT Demar Dotson is not participating in organized team activities this week, because he would like a new contract. The two sides have discussed a new contract, but Dotson could extend his holdout if no agreement is reached.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers OT Demar Dotson will move to the right side of the offensive line in 2015, according to general manager Jason Licht. OT Donovan Smith will replace Dotson on the left side. Dotson said he is more comfortable playing on the right side but will do whatever he can to help Tampa Bay be successful.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers OT Demar Dotson could be an option to start at left tackle next season after he received some playing time at the position this season. The team may also look to add another offensive tackle this offseason if they do not think Dotson should start at left tackle.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers OT Gabe Carimi is listed as the backup right tackle on the team's first unofficial depth chart released Friday, Aug. 2. OT Demar Dotson is listed as the starter, although there is plenty of time for that battle to unfold.